The good news: German citizens do not need a visa for Namibia! Visa-Free Entry Stay: Up to 90 days visa-free for tourism purposes Stamp: Upon entry, you receive a stamp in your passport — check that the officer enters the correct number of days (sometimes only 30 days!) Passport: Must be valid for

Currency & Money (NAD/ZAR)

Namibia's currency is the Namibia Dollar (NAD), which is pegged 1:1 to the South African Rand (ZAR). Both currencies are accepted equally in Namibia — so you can pay with Rand. Conversely, the Namibia Dollar is NOT accepted in South Africa. Exchange rate: 1€ ≈ 19–21 NAD/ZAR (fluctuates). Cash ATMs

Namibia is one of the most straightforward travel countries in southern Africa health-wise — but some precautions are important. Vaccinations VaccinationStatusNote Hepatitis ARecommendedStandard travel vaccination Hepatitis BRecommendedFor longer stays TyphoidRecommendedFor trips to the north Rab

Namibia is THE self-drive country of Africa — but conditions are different from Europe. This checklist saves you in an emergency: Before Departure ☐ International Driver's License — not always checked, but recommended ☐ Vehicle Check: All tires (including 2 spare wheels!), jack, lug wrench ☐ Spare

Camping in Namibia is not a budget option — it is the best way to travel. The campsites are excellent, nature is right outside your tent, and the starry sky above your rooftop tent is indescribable. Types of Campsites NWR Campsites: In the national parks (Etosha, Sesriem, Waterberg). Solid infrast

NWR Bookings & National Parks

Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) manages the accommodations and campsites in Namibia's national parks — including Etosha, Sossusvlei/Sesriem, Waterberg, and Ai-Ais/Fish River Canyon. Booking is done via nwr.com.na. Important to Know Book early: Etosha camps (especially Okaukuejo) and Sesriem Campsit

Internet & Communication

Namibia's mobile coverage is good along main roads and in cities, but non-existent in remote areas (Kaokoland, Skeleton Coast, deep Namib). MTC (Mobile Telecommunications Company): Namibia's largest provider with the best coverage. Buy SIM cards at the airport or in MTC shops (passport required). P

Namibia's linguistic landscape is as diverse as its population — and for German-speaking travelers, there is a wonderful surprise: Official Language: English English was chosen as the neutral official language at independence in 1990 — none of the 13 ethnic groups speak it as their mother tongue, m

Useful Words & Phrases

Afrikaans — the Everyday Language GermanAfrikaansPronunciation HelloHallo / HowzitHallo / Hausit Good dayGoeie dagChuja dach How are you?Hoe gaan dit?Hu chaan dit? Good, thank youGoed, dankieChut, danki Thank youDankie / Baie dankieDanki / Baje danki PleaseAssebliefAssebliif Yes / NoJa / NeeJa / N

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Travel Guide Namibia

Your complete travel guide for the land of dunes, desert elephants, and endless expanses

Capital:Windhoek

Languages:English, Afrikaans, German

Currency:Namibia Dollar (NAD) = Rand (ZAR)

Entry:No visa (90 days)

Best travel time:May–Oct (dry season)

Flight time:~10 hours (via JNB/ADD)

Last updated: 11 March 2026 · 13 Chapters · 66 Sections

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The great Namibia classic

18–21 days

The ultimate Namibia round trip for first-time visitors — dunes, coast, desert elephants, and safari in your own 4×4. Approximately 2,500–3,000 km.

WindhoekSossusvleiSwakopmundDamaralandEtoshaWaterbergWindhoek

Compact: Dunes, Coast & Etosha

12–14 days

The most popular short route — the three highlights of Namibia in two weeks. Perfect for first-time visitors with limited time.

WindhoekSossusvleiSwakopmundEtoshaWindhoek

South & Fish River Canyon

10–12 days

Namibia's underrated south — canyon, ghost towns, quiver trees, and the loneliest roads in the country. For return visitors and landscape lovers.

WindhoekKeetmanshoopFish River CanyonAi-AisLüderitzKolmanskopSossusvleiWindhoek

Namibia & Caprivi: Desert to Waterfalls

21–28 days

The great crossing — from the dunes of the Namib through the safari in Etosha to the green Caprivi Strip and the Victoria Falls. For adventurers with time.

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Family Namibia

14 days

Child-friendly Namibia round trip with lodges instead of camping, short driving stages, and age-appropriate highlights.

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All Chapters

Planning· 2 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Namibia

5 Sections

Chapter 2

Arrival & Transport

3 Sections

Regions· 4 Chapters

Chapter 3

Windhoek & Central Namibia

8 Sections

Chapter 4

Sossusvlei & Namib Desert

8 Sections

Chapter 5

Etosha & North

5 Sections

Chapter 6

South & Coast

7 Sections

Understanding· 5 Chapters

Chapter 7

History of Namibia

5 Sections

Chapter 8

Society & Culture

4 Sections

Chapter 9

Nature & Wildlife

5 Sections

Chapter 10

Food & Drink

4 Sections

Chapter 11

Art & Architecture

3 Sections

Practical· 2 Chapters

Chapter 12

Practical Info A-Z

7 Sections

Chapter 13

Language Guide

2 Sections

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Regions at a Glance

Windhoek & Central

Namibia's relaxed capital with German colonial heritage, Christuskirche, Joe's Beerhouse, and the Daan Viljoen Game Park at the city's gates.

ChristuskircheAlte FesteJoe's BeerhouseCraft Centre+1

Windhoek

Sossusvlei & Namib

The oldest desert in the world with the highest sand dunes, the surreal Deadvlei, the adventure mecca Swakopmund, and the flamingos of Walvis Bay.

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Etosha & North

Namibia's safari heart — the legendary Etosha Pan with waterholes, desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland, UNESCO rock art, and the Himba people.

Etosha National ParkTwyfelfontein UNESCODesert ElephantsHimba Culture+1

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South & Coast

The mighty Fish River Canyon, the ghost town Kolmanskop, the legendary Skeleton Coast, and the huge seal colony at Cape Cross.

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Schlüsseldaten

Daten: Wikidata

Einwohner: 2.533.794(2017)
Fläche: 825.615 km²
Hauptstadt: Windhoek
Währung: Namibia-Dollar, südafrikanischer Rand
Amtssprache: Englisch
Vorwahl: +264
Zeitzone: UTC+2
Gegründet: 1990-00-00

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